Chitrika Pure Khadi Cotton Handloom Saree Pure White

What is painted on the blouse?

A bold goddess face, hand-painted in red, yellow and black. It is the strongest colour in the outfit and brings warmth to the plain off-white saree. The blouse piece is 1 metre, so your tailor has room to place the face where you want it.

How does it look with a white saree?

The saree is a plain off-white khadi with white tassels. Red and white together is the classic Bengal combination, so it looks traditional while staying simple, and the painted blouse becomes the main accent of the outfit.

Will the white saree be sheer?

White khadi is light and airy, so wear a white cotton petticoat. That keeps the drape looking clean in daylight and stops anything showing through at the pleats or the hem.

How do I stop the red blouse staining the saree?

Never wash them together. Hand wash each separately with a mild detergent and dry them in the shade. Keep the red blouse away from the white saree while they are damp, too.

Where would I wear it?

It leads with summer days and travel, and also suits temple visits and pujas, a day at the office and everyday wear. On puja days, the white and red pairing feels especially right.